Betty Anita Maddox, age 79, of Santa Claus

She was born June 2, 1946, in Evansville, to Thadeus Wright and Juanita (Poag) Schmittler; and was married to Maitland Maddox III. Betty loved spending time with her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren; as well as spending time with Isabel. 

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Maitland Maddox III; and three siblings, Nola Parker, Tom Wright and Linda Thompson. 

She is survived by five children, David (Cheryl), James (Denice), Mary Beth, Scott (Noelia) and Keith (Ashley); three siblings, Bill, Edward and Nancy; and by numerous grandchildren and great- grandchildren. 

 A private celebration of life for Betty Anita Maddox will be held at a later date. Rainey Funeral Home in Dale has been entrusted with handling the arrangements.